Stairway exits - elevators may not function during a fire, or may expose
passengers to heat, gas and smoke.
Heat-producing equipment - copiers, work processors, coffee makers and
hot plates - are often overlooked as a potential fire hazard. Keep them away
from anything that might burn.
Electrical appliances can be fire hazards. Be sure to turn off all appliances
at the end of the day. Use only grounded appliances plugged into grounded
outlets (three prong plug).
If electrical equipment malfunctions or gives off a strange odor, disconnect it
and call the appropriate maintenance personnel. Promptly disconnect and
replace cracked, frayed, or broken electrical cords.
Keep extension cords clear of doorways and other areas where they can be
stepped on or chafed and never plug one extension cord into another.
Do not allow combustible material (boxes, paper, etc.) to build up in
inappropriate storage locations (near sources of ignition).
By City of Houston Fire Code: All live christmas trees must be treated with a
fire retardant mixture. Fire resistive artificial trees are recommended.
Avoid the use of space heaters of any type in your office. Oftentimes, these
heaters are placed under desks or in closed quarters. The heat from these
units can catch paper on fire or melt the insulation around electrical
appliances.